Ujjain Day Tour from Indore

Ujjain, located in Madhya Pradesh, India, is a city of great religious and cultural significance. It is known for the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve sacred shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva, and hosts the famous Kumbh Mela once every 12 years. Visitors can explore historical temples and vibrant bazaars and experience the city's spiritual ambiance.

Highlights

• Visit one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. 
• Visit the Greenwich of India—the first meridian of longitude—the Tropic of Cancer passes through it—through the Jantar Mantar.
• A hassle-free journey from Indore to Ujjain with a well-experienced chauffeur.

Detailed overview

• Ujjain, situated in Madhya Pradesh, India, holds deep religious and historical importance. It is famed for the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve revered shrines of Lord Shiva. The city is also associated with the Kumbh Mela, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, held on the banks of the Shipra River. Ujjain is steeped in mythology, with references in Hindu scriptures like the Mahabharata and Ramayana. It's also known for its ancient universities, vibrant cultural festivals, and bustling markets selling local handicrafts and religious artifacts.

Ujjain Day Tour from Indore Itinerary

• Your tour starts with a morning pick-up from your hotel/residence in Indore city limits.
• After pick-up, you will proceed from Ujjain, which is a 1.5-hour drive from Indore.
• Upon arrival, you will be visiting the following places:
• Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga: One of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India, the lingam at the Mahakala is believed to be swayambhu (born of itself), deriving currents of power (shakti) from within itself as opposed to the other images and lingams, which are ritually established and invested with mantra-shakti.
• Shree Chintaman Ganesh Mandir: Chintaman Ganesh is the biggest temple of Lord Ganesha in Ujjain. 
• Raja Bhartari Caves: According to popular tradition, this is the sanctuary hallowed by the yogic practices of King Bharthari.
• Shree Bada Ganesh Mandir: This temple enshrines a huge artistic sculpture of Ganesh, the son of Shiva. 
• Ved Shala: Also known as Jantar Mantar, India's first observatory was built in 1725 and consists of 13 architectural astronomy instruments.
  
• Kaliadeh Palace: Once recorded as the beautiful temple of Sun on banks of River Shipra, the Palace is one of the most famous historical landmarks of Ujjain. The central dome of the palace is a beautiful example of Persian architecture, and the Persian inscriptions here record the visits of Emperor Akbar and Jehangir to this palace
• After the completion of your tour, you will be dropped back to your hotel/residence in Indore.